Hand Safety
What hand PPE is required for slabbing (cutting several layers) off of a roll of material, and on which hands?
Cut-resistant gloves on BOTH hands.
What is the proper response to seeing a coworker rushing?
Communicate the unsafe action to the employee
Where is the evacuation meeting point in case of FIRE?
(Site-Specific) - Leader to share answer(s)
What is the proper response to crossing paths with a forklift as a pedestrian in the plant?
Try to make eye contact, yield the right of way, stick to walkways when available
What position should you place your body in order to reduce musculoskeletal disorders?
Neutral position
Where can you find a full list of the required PPE in your work area?
JHA/JSA, PPE Posters/signage, Machine-specific training
Where should tools be stored at each machine location?
Designated bins, cabinets, or shadow-boards.
What extinguisher class indicates it is safe to be used on an electrical fire?
Class C, or a multipurpose (A-B-C) extinguisher would be safe.
How often are routine forklift inspections required?
Every shift.
Name a "musculoskeletal" injury that can result from poor ergonomics.
Strain, sprain, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, muscle/ligament injuries, etc.
What is the name of a particular hazard common in APC manufacturing equipment, which is the result of two rotating objects turning inwards together?
Nip Point
At what height is a fall harness necessary when not on a floor per OSHA regulations for general industry?
4 feet for APC's industry. (6 feet is incorrect, this is only for construction industry.)
What type of electricity is produced from unwinding and rewinding materials at APC?
Static electricity
What is the APC policy for using the forklift horn?
Around corners, seeing pedestrians, backing up, entering/exiting rooms
When can stretching be performed in order to minimize fatigue and help prevent musculoskeletal disorders?
Before, during, or after a shift
Where can you replace overused or worn out PPE?
Grainger machine, or ask supervisor
Below freezing (32 F)
What are two measures in place that will minimize the risk of igniting a fire from static?
Grounding, static bars, static dissipating floor
Where can you find the specific rated capacity, weight, and load center of a forklift?
On the forklift's data plate.
Who should you talk to if you have a concern about muscle fatigue or soreness?
Supervisor, manager, EHS manager, Onsite PT Service Provider
What are two controls besides PPE (engineering, administrative, etc.) in place to prevent hands from being injured?
Sensors, guards, emergency stops
Slips, trips, and falls are second only to what category of accidental death in the US?
Slips are second to motor vehicle crashes
What are the locations where no electronics are permitted due to a higher level of danger?
C1D1 locations
(coating rooms, hazardous waste storage, distillation room)
On average, how many people are injured every day in the US due to forklifts?
a. 35 b.50 c. 70 d. 95
d. 95 people a day are injured in the United States
What are three lifting/moving assist devices found throughout the facility?
Hoists, roll handlers, roll carts/pushers, pallet jack, lift tables, etc.